In this video, musician Steve Bell hosts a discussion of the work of the Canadian Foodgrains Bank in combating hunger. On October 16, the foodgrains bank is hosting a day of fasting and reflection on world hunger. As a member of the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, The Salvation Army encourages participation in this Fast for Change campaign. For more information, read this article or visit fastforchange.ca.
Cries From the Cross
What do the final words of Jesus mean for those who are vulnerable and suffering?
FeaturesOn Good Friday, as Jesus hung on the cross, he spoke his final words. These seven sayings, gathered from the four Gospels, have often been used for prayer and reflection during Holy Week. Traditionally, they are known as “words”—of salvation, forgiveness, relationship, abandonment, distress, triumph and reunion. What do these words mean for those who are vulnerable and suffering today? Seven officers and employees who work in Salvation Army social services ministries contemplate these sayings.
Who Is This Man?
The religious leaders saw a blasphemer. The broken saw a healer. The Roman soldier saw the Son of God.
by Commissioner Lee Graves Opinion & Critical ThoughtLent is a season of reflection and meditation, as we consider this question: Who is Jesus?
Point of Contact
The Salvation Army provides essential mental-health support in Yellowknife.
by Ken Ramstead Faith & FriendsFor many people across Canada, The Salvation Army is often the first point of contact for someone experiencing poor mental health. In Yellowknife, a Salvation Army program aims to improve the quality of life for clients with mental-health diagnoses. “We try our best to make their lives as normal as possible,” says Kanishka Kawatra, supervisor of the mental-health program.
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